"I have no grand ideologies, just common sense"
The beer table set is a modern classic: functional, minimalist and foldable so that it can be easily stored - the product has almost only advantages. Still, there was one thing that bothered designer Jair Straschnow without exception: the beer table set as we know it is very unstable.
The standard beer bench is top-heavy and narrow with straight legs, so it wobbles when you sit on it and quickly falls over when standing up. This minor annoyance was the driving force behind Straschnow's design for the Salut Beerbench. "Every time I walked past one of those wobbly beer benches, I felt the need to make something better out of it," he said.
The solution was small, but with great impact: by giving the beer bench's seat a seven-degree angle inward, the legs come out slightly when unfolded. This trapezoidal shape makes the bottom wider than the top, significantly increasing the stability of the beer bench. A coincidental added benefit of the angle in the seat, is that it also makes the bench extra comfortable.
The Salut Beerbench is a signature illustration of Straschnow's pragmatic design philosophy. "My design philosophy has nothing to do with grand ideas or inventions never before conceived, but everything to do with common sense.I observe a problem and this drives me to make something better than it is. I used to be sure I had something very important to say.Now I'm sure I don't and never have.So these days I just want to make something that makes sense and adds value."
The ingenious beer bench prompted the design of a complete set.With the Salut Beertable, Straschnow stayed close to the archetypal design of the standard beer table, but with some practical extras.By choosing untreated Douglas wood, known for its hardness, the beer table is extremely suitable for outdoor use.
In addition, Straschnow reinforced the table with his typical curved and powder-coated steel plates. The Salut Beertable is 20 centimeters wider than the standard beer table, providing extra stability as well as more space. Bonus: the table features a built-in bottle opener on the underside of the tabletop. Thus, the Salut Beertable takes the classic idea of a beer table to the next level.
His choice to bring the Salut Beerset to Weltevree was a logical step, according to Straschnow. The set fits not only Weltevree's design philosophy, but also the brand's vision: supporting quality time.
"Whether it's a big event or an intimate garden party, there are always situations where an extra table or bench is needed.That's when Weltevree's Salut Beerset is a robust yet comfortable solution."
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SALUT BEERSET
US$1,450.00
To be seen at the Parade until 1 September: discover the Salut Beerset around the swing ride. Designer Jaïr Straschnow's experience designing smart solutions for public space makes the Parade very fitting to premiere the Salut Beerset.The Salut Beerset brings people together at moments that matter. With the collapsible Salut Beertable and Salut Beerbench, there is room for everyone you want to join you. Whether for a large event or an intimate garden party, the Salut Beerset offers an extraordinary combination of robust and sophisticated. Designed from the need for a beer bench that stands firmly and does not tip over when standing up or sitting down, designer Jaïr Straschnow came up with a clever solution: by giving the seat of the beer bench a 7-degree angle inward, the legs of the bench are slightly angled, making the Salut Beerbench ultra-sturdy.The idea of the beer bench formed the basis for a complete set: with a sturdy beer bench comes an equally sturdy beer table. The Salut Beerbench is 20 centimeters wider than the standard beer table, which provides extra stability as well as more space. Bonus: the table features a built-in bottle opener at the bottom of the tabletop. The Salut Beerset is made of European Douglas fir - wood that is truly suitable for outdoor use and to withstand all weather conditions - and Straschnow's signature curved and powder-coated steel plates. The convenient folding system allows the set to unfold in seconds, but it can also be left outside all year long without any problems. Both the Beerbench and Beertable feature rubber caps, making them stackable and transportable without damage. The set consists of 1 Beertable and 2 Beerbenches. Available in Oxide Red.
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SALUT BEERBENCH
US$375.00
To be seen at the Parade until 1 September: discover the Salut Beerbench around the Parade's float. Designer Jaïr Straschnow's experience designing smart solutions for public spaces makes the Parade especially fitting to premiere the Salut Beerbench.Designed from the need for a beer bench that stands firmly and does not tip over when standing up or sitting down, product designer Jaïr Straschnow conceived the Salut Beerbench. By giving the seat of the bench a 7-degree angle, the legs are slightly angled. It is precisely these angled legs that create a beer bench that stands ultra sturdy. Compared to the traditional beer bench with straight legs, the Salut Beerbench is a beer bench without the risk of tipping over. With the collapsible bench, there is room for everyone you want to join you. The bench folds out in seconds, but it can also be left outside all year long without any problems. The Salut Beerbench is made of European Douglas fir - wood that is truly made for outdoor use and to withstand all weather conditions. Straschnow's signature curved powder-coated steel plates make the beer bench a robust yet sophisticated piece. The folding system makes the Salut Beerbench compact to transport and store. Whether for an event or an intimate garden party, the Salut Beerbench is guaranteed to make for a solid party. Available in Oxide Red.
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SALUT BEERTABLE
US$775.00
Exclusive to the Parade: discover the Salut Beertable around the Parade's float. Designer Jaïr Straschnow's experience designing smart solutions for public spaces makes the Parade especially fitting to premiere the Salut Beertable.A modern translation of a classic piece of furniture, the Salut Beertable takes the traditional idea of a beer table to the next level. Whether for a large event or an intimate garden party, the Salut Beertable offers an extraordinary combination of robust and sophisticated. The Salut Beertable is 20 centimeters wider than the standard beer table, providing extra stability as well as more space. Bonus: the table features a built-in bottle opener at the bottom of the tabletop. With the folding table, there's room for everyone you want to join you. The table folds out in seconds, but it can also be left outside year-round without a problem. With a table top made of European Douglas fir and Straschnow's characteristic curved and powder-coated steel plates, the beer table is ultra sturdy and resistant to all weather conditions. The folding system makes the table compact to store and easy to transport. The tables are stackable and equipped with rubber caps to prevent damage during stacking and transport. Available in Oxide Red.